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Adjunct - SoE - Education Policy

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Work type: Part-Time
Location: Remote, Other - See posting for details
Categories: School of Education

JOB SUMMARY

The Policy, Organization, and Leadership Department within the School of Education is accepting applications for an adjunct instructor position with expertise in education policy.  Particular subject matter expertise in the relationship between the US education system and national economic competitiveness, equity issues in US education, and US education reform is required.  The selected candidate will join a pool of adjunct faculty who serve on an ad-hoc basis to teach classes online.  Adjunct instructors are hired on a term-by-term basis. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and will be reviewed when openings become available

Education policy courses are offered only online, and students come from masters and doctoral programs, as well as those seeking a certificate in education policy.

The School of Education develops leaders with the expertise to collaborate and solve complex problems related to transforming institutions and educating diverse populations impacted by domestic and global challenges.  The School of Education has 13,000 students, 48 faculty, two departments, and 14 core areas that offer a suite of certificate, certification, and degree programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The successful candidate will be expected to teach online and work collegially with other faculty, staff, and site supervisors.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • An earned Masters or Doctorate degree in Education or a related field.
  • A minimum of 3-5 years professional experience in the education field
  • Demonstrated subject matter expertise
  • Commitment to serving a culturally and ethnically diverse student body.

LOCATION:  Remote

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO THE APPLICANT:

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a CV along with a letter of interest.

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Applications close: Eastern Daylight Time

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